Books
Classes
Instructor: Bonnie Bossert
Friday, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., December 15, 2023
In-person at WVGS Library
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• the WVGS library catalog, • our periodical collection, the obituary index, and the surname register, • using the online store to purchase books, make donations, renew membership, or register for classes and the annual seminar, • keeping up with WVGS activities, policies, and publications such as Tidbits, • understanding the icons on the lab computers, and • accessing other genealogy sites including FamilySearch, My Heritage, and American Ancestors
Instructor: Lou McLean
Monday, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., December 18, 2023
In-person at WVGS Library
This class is limited to 9 students.
Please provide your phone number in the space below so we can contact you if there is a schedule change.
• the WVGS library catalog, • our periodical collection, the obituary index, and the surname register, • using the online store to purchase books, make donations, renew membership, or register for classes and the annual seminar, • keeping up with WVGS activities, policies, and publications such as Tidbits, • understanding the icons on the lab computers, and • accessing other genealogy sites including FamilySearch, My Heritage, and American Ancestors
Instructor: Lou McLean
Monday, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., January 15, 2024
In-person at WVGS Library (Computer Lab)
This class is limited to 9 students.
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* An overview of the Family History Library and its resources so that you know what to expect.
* Information about what items to take.
* Tips on how to set objectives for your research.
* Suggestions about the homework you need to do before the trip.
* How the FamilySearch.org website can help in your trip preparation.
* Tips on how to organize your materials in order to attack the Library and maximize limited research time.
Instructor: Adrienne Haupt
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, January 18, 2024
In-person at WVGS Library (Multipurpose Room)
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Instructor: Barbara Stenberg
Friday, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m., January 19, 2024
In-person at WVGS Library (Multipurpose Room)
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• Indexes, abstracts, transcripts, published, and original sources,
• The difference between sources, information, and evidence,
• How to get the most from each document, including clues for where to look next, and
• Why, when, and how to cite sources
Instructor: Connie Sheets
Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., January 20, 2024
THIS CLASS WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY. Registrants will receive the necessary link via e-mail about one week prior to the class.
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Instructor: Bonnie Bossert
Monday, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m., January 29, 2024
In-person at WVGS Library (Multipurpose Room)
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Seminar
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Check-in: 8:30 am - 9:00 am
Seminar: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Rich Venezia is a New Jersey native who now calls Pennsylvania home. He founded Rich Roots Genealogy in 2013. He was a member of the research team of Genealogy Roadshow (PBS) for two seasons, and also consulted on Follow Your Past (Travel Channel). He is an expert in the research of 20th-century immigrant ancestors, especially underutilized record sources and federal records. He also specializes in Italian and Irish research. Additionally, he assists clients with dual citizenship applications for Ireland and Italy, and is a proud Italian dual citizen. He holds a Certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University and lectures nationwide.
Topics
- Discovering Your Immigrant's Origins: Digging Deeper
- Military Records and Immigrant Ancestors
- Alien Registrations in America
- Emerald Isle Express: Researching Irish Ancestors
Location:
- Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church
13658 W. Meeker Blvd., Fellowship Hall
Sun City West, Arizona
Registration Fee:
- $55 thru December 31, 2023
$65 beginning January 1, 2024
Fee includes the Program, Continental Breakfast, Box Lunch, Beverages, and Prizes.
Deadline to register: February 12, 2024. Refunds not given for cancellation after this date.
Registration Questions? Contact Molly at mlmonks9954@gmail.com.
Miscellaneous
They are 36" long, 5/8" wide with a lobster clip and come in a choice of Yellow or Kelly Green. This item must be picked up at the WVGS Library after ordering. Lanyards are also available at the Membership Meetings.